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  • Established in 1988
  • In 1999, enlarged it’s jurisdiction to 220,800 acres (345 sq. mi.)
  • Major subwatersheds
    • Upper Sioux Basin
    • Indian River Basin
    • Middle Sioux Basin
    • Soo Creek Basin
    • Mahoney Creek Basin
    • Still Lake Basin
    • Lower Sioux Basin
    • Mud & Gravel Creek Basin
    • Lake Pelican Basin
  • Current Project – Developing comprehensive surface water management plan for the region
  • Seven board members

 

Goals of the District

  • Flood level reduction on the Upper Big Sioux River
  • Improved water quality – lakes, rivers, and streams
  • Integrated natural resource management
  • Sediment control
  • Regional management of water resources
  • Groundwater recharge
  • Enhanced wildlife habitat
  • Road preservation